Message from the Dean

Randy Walker

PT, PhD, DPT, Dean

Thanks for taking the time to investigate graduate degree opportunities at UTC. The
UTC Graduate School offers you a substantial variety of accredited liberal arts and
professional programs: 15 graduate certificates, 20 master's degrees, one education
specialist, and four doctoral degree programs. The programs are housed in our four
colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering and Computer Science, and Health,
Education, and Professional Studies. UTC is also proud to offer the following doctoral
degree programs: a clinical doctorate (D. P. T.) in Physical Therapy, a clinical doctorate
(D.N.P) in Nursing Practice, an applied doctorate (Ed. D.) in Learning and Leadership,
and a research doctorate (Ph. D.) in Computational Engineering.

Students in our graduate programs have received regional and national recognition
for their graduate work.

The faculty of UTC are dedicated and passionate about providing a focused, yet comprehensive
educational experience for our graduate students. Students have the opportunity to
interact with faculty on a one-to-one basis to gain the most from their educational
experiences. Students completing graduate degrees at UTC are prepared to handle workplace
challenges, are problem solvers, and provide leadership in the communities where they
reside.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is a metropolitan campus located near the
Riverfront, home of outdoor concerts, the second largest regatta in the U.S. and other
opportunities to socialize. Numerous opportunities for outdoor activities and all
the amenities of larger cities are available within minutes from campus. Take the
time to investigate and explore the Graduate School web pages to discover more about
our graduate degree programs. Better yet, schedule a visit to UTC and discover firsthand
the exciting graduate education opportunities available.